The name Bonita Bay evokes a uniqueness, a charm and a sense of enchanting departure and welcome arrival. It is truly a place unlike any other, and the standard bearer for the Florida community lifestyle.

The Bonita Bay experience begins with the landscape, sculpted from nature and at every turn, honoring its beauty. It is the ideal environment in which to reflect. Or when the spirit moves you, to pursue the active adventures that await. From these exhilarating sanctuaries on land, which include four waterfront parks and miles of bike and walking trails, you can turn your sights to the water and the activities and amenities of the Bonita Bay Marina Club.

Whether your mission is to venture out on the Estero Bay and The Gulf or to enjoy the dockside comforts of our private restaurant, The Marina Club is the perfect port of call.

THE MARINA CLUB OF BONITA BAY

Residents of Bonita Bay are eligible for social or boating memberships in The Marina Club, a private club that offers a variety of activities and events.

The marina provides direct access to Estero Bay and the Gulf of Mexico via the Imperial River, wet slips, some with boatlifts, and 330 dry slips. The marina has a bait shop, fuel pumps, marine service, dressing facilities and a fully stocked ships store, and sightseeing and fishing charters can be scheduled.

Backwater Jacks, a casual restaurant and bar that overlooks the marina basin, serves lunch and dinner, as well as complimentary morning coffee for members.

The Marina Club staff organizes theme parties, cultural and educational programs, boat parades, bus trips and sunset cruises.

Over one-half of our 2,400 acres are dedicated to parks, lakes, nature preserves and open spaces. From a private beach on the Gulf of Mexico to over ten miles of bicycling and jogging trails.

Park amenities include day slips for boats, interpretive areas and a butterfly garden, playground, fitness trails, picnic facilities, canoeing and tennis courts. All of this is found at Bonita Bay's four waterfront parks, to learn more click on the park names below.

Beach Park The Beach Park is located on the beautiful Gulf of Mexico and offers residents the perfect place to enjoy sun, sand and surf. Located approximately 10 minutes from Bonita Bay, the park features a private beach, gazebos, picnic tables, grills, showers, rest rooms and a convenient shuttle service during winter months.
Spring Creek Park Located on one of Southwest Florida’s most beautiful waterways, Spring Creek Park offers a children’s playground, secluded picnic areas with grills and hiking trails through the lush tropical hammocks. Spring Creek Park also includes a canoe launch for exploring this pristine park by water and observation deck for observing flora and fauna.
Estero Bay Park Located in the Eagle Watch section of Bonita Bay, this park is an educational area filled with ecological wonders. A series of trails lead visitors past information stations identifying plants, animals, historic sites and archeological remnants. The Estero Bay Park includes an 800 foot boardwalk to Estero Bay. A screened pavilion for nature lectures, children’s playground and picnic sites are also available for residents and their guests. The butterfly garden hosts a combination of native and tropical plant species that are food and nectar sources for many butterfly species.
Riverwalk Park This naturally landscaped park overlooking the Imperial River offers a variety of recreational activities including a children’s playground, multiple picnic sites, two lighted tennis courts, a 12- station Parcourse fitness trail, and basketball court. Residents and their guests may also use the park’s boat ramp and day slips for overnight or weekend docking.